H.R. 1725 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Quicker Veterans Benefits Delivery Act of 2017
H.R. 1725 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018), the Quicker Veterans Benefits Delivery Act of 2017, became law — introduced on Mar 24, 2017, sponsored by Timothy J. Walz with 8 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 24, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 8
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 115-130
What it does
(Sec. 1) This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), within 180 days of enactment of this bill, to submit a report on the progress of the VA's Acceptable Clinical Evidence initiative in reducing the necessity for in-person disability examinations.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Official title
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit certain reports relating to medical evidence submitted in support of claims for benefits under the laws administered by the Secretary.
Sponsor
Timothy J. Walz (D-MN). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 4 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 24, 2017
- Passed the HouseMay 23, 2017
- Passed the SenateFeb 15, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentFeb 28, 2018
- Became lawMar 9, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-130. (Mar 9, 2018)
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